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Welcome to your one-stop-shop for resources! Below, you'll find engagement and enrichment opportunities offered by HDFS, the College of Social Science and MSU! If you can't find what you're looking for, feel free to contact us: hdfsadv@msu.edu.

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Contact HDFS Office

517-355-7680

Contact Child Development Laboratories

517-339-6045

Contact Couple & Family Therapy Clinic

517-432-2272

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Michigan State University Human Ecology Building 552 W Circle Dr East Lansing, MI 48824

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Study Abroad

Explore HDFS education abroad opportunities in Australia, Ghana and Ireland.

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Collective Empowerment Mentoring Program

HDFS provides an inclusive mentoring program for undergraduates. For more information, please contact Dr. Jinny Han, who leads the program.

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Go for the Green

Explore financial literacy classes, resources and scholarship opportunities.

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Women's Leadership Institute

The Women’s Leadership Institute (WLI) is a collaborative effort between Michigan State University, alumni, professional women and current students. The WLI student cohort is open to all and designed to support and empower students with leadership aspirations.

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Building Your Credentials

In today's economy, students need more than a degree to get noticed. Employers like students who have multiple internships and other experiences in addition to their degrees. According to Dr. Phil Gardner (MSU, Collegiate Employment Research Institute, 2014), to be considered for positions in today's economy, students must "engage in a high stakes internship and fluently articulate skills developed through experiences." Undergraduates are required to complete service-learning, internships, research or student teaching as real-world experiences as part of their degree programs.

What have you done today to make yourself stand out from the crowd? For more information about building your credentials and getting involved in your interest area, please schedule an appointment with an Academic Adviser, or e-mail hdfsadv@msu.edu.

  • Undergraduate Research
    • Volunteer, paid and research opportunities at the Child Development Laboratories.  
    • Practicum experience is available in the Couple and Family Therapy Clinic. Internship at the CFT
    • Find additional opportunities for undergraduate research campus wide through the Office for Undergraduate Research.
    • For more information on how to get involved in undergraduate research, schedule an appointment with an Academic Adviser, or e-mail hdfsadv@msu.edu.
  • Honors & Entrepreneurship and Innovation Options
  • Study Abroad - Study Away
  • Professional Organizations
  • What Can I Do With A Degree In HDFS or Child Development?
    • Explore our Careers page.
    • Learn more about the College of Social Science’s Career Development Resources.
    • Explore the resources offered by Handshake and the MSU Career Services Network.
    • Review the latest edition of the MSU Career Handbook.
    • Browse current job postings at the NCFR Jobs Center.
    • Check out the NCFR Career Opportunities in Family Science Infographic and Career Resources for Students.
  • Other Ways to Get Involved at MSU

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      • MSU Counseling & Psychiatric Services - 355-8270
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      • Every other week, we share inspirational and encouraging ideas. Subscribe here to be added to our Motivational Monday newsletter for that extra lift to your week!

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